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Recap - Clemson Defeats Miami 66-65

Aamir Simms went off for 25 points and added 7 rebounds leading Clemson over Miami, 66-65, on Saturday at Watsco Center.

Clemson did not, however, defeat Miami against the spread, which closed at -4.5 at most sportsbooks.

Alex Hemenway had 8 points for Clemson and Nick Honor chipped in with 7 points. Clyde Trapp had 5 assists for them, while Aamir Simms was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Miami got a 13-point performance from Isaiah Wong, who was supported by 11 points from Earl Timberlake. Matt Cross had 7 assists in a losing cause for Miami, while Earl Timberlake grabbed 8 rebounds.

Clemson trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

Miami had a 31-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Clemson takes its act home to face North Carolina State looking for another win. For Miami, they head home to face North Carolina.